| Name: | 2-ETHYLHEXANOYL CHLORIDE (EHCL) |
| PHYSICAL DATA : | C8H15OCl |
| Boiling Point : | at 11 mm Hg |
| Flash Point : | 79 |
| Specific Gravity : | 0.949 |
| Solubility (H2O) : | Decomposes |
| pH: | Acidic |
| CAS RN: | 760-67-8 |
| MOL. WT : | 162.7 |
| Structural formula : |  |
| Property: | This product is a clear, slightly colored liquid with a strong, pungent odor |
| ANALYSIS / TYPICAL / SPECIFICATIONS |
| Analysis | Typical | Specifications |
| Assay, % : | 99 | 98.0 min. |
| Uses: | 2-ethylhexanoyl chloride is an active intermediate used in the production of agricultural chemicals and pharmaceuticals and may also be used in manufacturing peroxyesters |
| Handling and Storage: | Store 2-ethylhexanoyl chloride in a a cool, dry, well-ventilated area to reduce the accumulation of toxic gases.
Keep 2-ethylhexanoyl chloride away from water and all heat and ignition sources to prevent fire or explosions.
Transfer 2-ethylhexanoyl chloride from container to storage tank or reactor using teflon plastic-lined or glass-lined piping, valves and pumps.
Lined metal handling systems should be electrically grounded. ALL PIPING SYSTEMS MUSTBE CLEAN AND DRY. |
| Packaging and Shipping: | Steel drums with polyethylene inner receptacle £¬ 190Kg net. Other packaging on request. |
